Description
Homemade zesty lemon dill sauce blends tangy citrus with fresh herb notes for a delightful Mediterranean-inspired condiment. Drizzled over fish, chicken, or vegetables, this quick sauce elevates simple dishes with bright, refreshing flavors you will crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise
- ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Prepare Mixing Base: Combine mayonnaise, freshly chopped dill, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard in a medium mixing bowl, focusing on creating a balanced flavor foundation.
- Whisk and Blend: Vigorously whisk ingredients until the mixture develops a smooth, homogeneous texture with no visible ingredient separation, ensuring complete flavor integration.
- Container and Chill: Transfer the sauce to an airtight container, removing excess air, and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow herb and citrus flavors to meld and intensify.
- Final Preparation: Before serving, gently stir the sauce to redistribute settled ingredients, guaranteeing a consistent and vibrant taste profile perfect for enhancing seafood, grilled proteins, vegetable platters, and appetizer accompaniments.
Notes
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and intensify, creating a more complex taste profile.
- Whisking Technique: Use a vigorous whisking motion to blend ingredients completely, ensuring a smooth and uniform consistency without lumps or separation.
- Storage Tip: Keep the sauce in an airtight container and consume within 3-5 days for maximum freshness and flavor preservation.
- Versatile Pairing: Perfect as a zesty accompaniment for seafood, grilled meats, or as a vibrant dipping sauce for fresh vegetables and appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg